sogra
mother-in-law
Intermediate Noun Feminine
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Pronunciation
/ˈsɔ.ɡɾɐ/
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Cultural Note
Mother-in-law jokes ('piadas de sogra') are a staple of Portuguese and Brazilian humor. Despite the stereotypes, the sogra often plays a vital supportive role in Portuguese-speaking families, especially with childcare. In Brazil, there is even an unofficial 'Dia da Sogra' (Mother-in-law Day) on April 28th.
📝 Example Sentences
A minha sogra é uma pessoa muito simpática.
My mother-in-law is a very nice person.
Vamos jantar com a sogra no sábado.
We are going to have dinner with my mother-in-law on Saturday.
A sogra dele adora cozinhar para a família.
His mother-in-law loves to cook for the family.